@Christine Krizenesky not everything is about optimizing returns numerically.

Even the best landlords are highly likely to run into a legal issue with a tenant if they own numerous properties.

I don't have the energy to play cops & robbers, that's not my job.Separately, as part of management principles, I would always pay attention to patterns, who's the common element in said pattern. 

Even you calculate the depreciation expense by yourself, accountants usually calculate it by themselves to make sure that the numbers are correct as depreciation expense is one of the biggest and most important element of your tax filing for your real estate property.If you like to take a look at the actual IRS guidance, here is the link. 

All new homes have some green elements and most meet energy efficiency standards.

I have an investment partner that provides equity through a LLC that has holdings in numerous entities.

Although I do think it's not a really black vs white subject, there are numerous places that cash flow and appreciate.

Our project had numerous serious mistakes that required everything to be ripped out and started anew in addition to terrible communication throughout.

One in Memphis the other in Oklahoma city.The memphis was C trending to D... they lost 500k and felt they were lucky numerous managers all of them stealing from them.. flying there once a month.. crime through the roof etc etcThe other bought a 330 unit in Oklahoma city.. she sold her prime 75 unit in ORegon that was a 6 cap to get this great 8 to 10 cap... well it almost broke her... theiving managers collusion with contractors..

To be more successful, you simply have to work on the other elements to progress your REI pursuit.